Research workspace for mechanical, electronic and rapid prototyping work. Managed by Niraj Kanabar in Uren, Level 6, U613

  • Makerspace with two distinct spaces for Electronic and Mechanical Engineering, as well as prototyping such as laser cutting, 3D printing etc.
  • Dedicated hands on space for specialist, research-based practical work.
  • Range of equipment which users can be trained and inducted on.
  • Facilities for rapid prototyping with 3D printing, Laser cutting and Reflow stations
lathes

Multiple lathes available

Makerspace

3D printing facilities

3d

Various 3D technologies available

Mechanicsmaker

XYC CNC

Available in the Makerspace

Mechanics area

  • 4 Stations for bench work
  • 2 Milling Machines
  • 1 Semi CNC
  • 1 Bridgeport Turret Mill
  • 2 Manual Lathes
  • Bandsaw
  • Foot-operated Shears

Electronics area

  • 6 ESD protected stations for Electronic work.
  • Each bench will host a mix of standard bench-top test equipment along with specialist testing equipment with advanced capabilities.
  • Vector Network Analyser
  • High Bandwidth Oscilloscopes with Serial decode
  • High Precision Current Sources
  • High Amperage Power Supply
  • Soldering stations inc rework and reflow oven
  • Material Tester
  • Laser Cutter
  • 2 x CAD workstations
 

Printing and cutting

3dmaker